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Research Participants Wanted

Are you interested in participating in a survey of parents’ experiences of having a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder? You will receive a $20.00 money order as a gift for participating. Saba Daneshyar, a student at New York University, is investigating the parental experiences of raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Participation is completely voluntary and anonymous. If you are interested, please click on the following link www.surveymonkey.com/s/V9YXD8R, to learn more about the survey and to participate.

Graduate student in ABA is currently recruiting males over the age of 18 with a clinical diagnosis of Asperger’s Syndrome for a study to teach how to ask someone out on a date. All volunteers will be required to have their own transportation and must be able to come to Caldwell College (located in Caldwell, NJ) three to four times per week. The study is currently ongoing and last for approximately three weeks. If you are interested in participating in this research, please contact Amy Gravino at AGrav3230@aol.com. Thank you!

Study Participation Criteria:

• Must be over the age of 18
• Must have official Asperger’s Syndrome diagnosis from an outside agency or clinic
• Must have transportation and/or live in the NYC/northern New Jersey area
• Minimal to no previous social skills training
• Must have at least two to three unsuccessful previous attempts at asking someone out for a date.
  

Seeking parent or primary caregiver must be above the age of 18 years old and have a child between the ages of six to twelve years of age who was diagnosed by a psychologist or medical doctor as having Autism Spectrum Disorder. arent must be above the age of 18 years old and have a child between the ages of six to twelve years old who does not have any disabilities as classified by IDEA (2004). It includes autism, Deaf-blindness, deafness, emotional disturbance, hearing impairment, mental retardation, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairments, specific learning disability, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, and a visual impairment, including blindness.
 
Study:
The purpose of this study is to gain a greater understanding of temperament- based parental approach to addressing the needs of each child. The research is comprised of three different phases in which parents will be asked to complete several surveys. Parents will be matched according to set criteria established for the research study. They will then be assigned to two groups. Some parents will be asked to implement specific parental strategies to address the needs of their child. This can take place in their home and community environment.  The research will last approximately two months.
 
Reward:
Once results have been obtained, a thank you letter will be mailed to all the parents as well as $5.00 gift card to Barnes and Noble as an appreciation for participation in the study!
 
Interested in Learning More:
If you are interested in learning more about this research study, please contact the Principal Investigator, Tara Malka, M.A., Ed.M.  at tdm33@columbia.edu

The Relationship Between Cultural Values and Treatment of Autism in Hispanic Families in the United States. Are you a Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish-speaking family member living with a child on the autism spectrum? Are you interested in taking an anonymous survey that addresses your concerns? Contact Lisa Tremonte, a student at Rider University, via e-mail at TremonteL@rider.edu to participate. The questionnaire addresses the effects of various cultural factors on attitudes, accessibility, and treatment of autism, as well as possible barriers which could interfere with the availability and accessibility of treatment. Click here to download a flyer.

Coping with Autism: The Parental Journey of Adjustment
Parents with  a child with autism can contribute unique experiences, insights, and perspectives about parenting a child with autism by participating in one small focus group or an individual interview in January, February, or March 2010.  Location is to be determined based on convenience of participants. If you are interested in participating in this study, or would like additional information regarding this study, please contact Barbara Agnello, MA, BCBA by calling 201-214-1534or e-mail BarbaraAnn0226@gmail.com.

West Bergen’s Asperger’s Related Services

A therapeutic social skills program in a summer day camp-like environment for children & teens with Asperger’s Syndrome & related disorders  Filled with:
Social Skills, Outdoor Fun, Arts & Crafts, & Relationships Program Options: 
6 Week Program: 7/5/10 – 8/13/10
3 Week Programs: 7/5/10 – 7/23/10
                              7/26/10 – 8/13/10
Program Hours: 9  – 3
Location:  West Bergen’s Center for Children & Youth, 1 Cherry Lane, Ramsey, NJ 07446
For more information, call 201-934-1160 or visit www.westbergen.org

How much is a smile worth? To the parents of a child with special needs, it’s priceless! The Friendship Circle is a Jewish organization that matches children with special needs with teen volunteers for the express purpose of having fun. Our programs include Friends at Home, Jewish Holiday programs, monthly drop-off programs and parent workshops and nights-out. The adult division of the program offers a variety of social-oriented events, including a cooking circle, lunch meetings and bowling outings. JOIN THE CIRCLE TODAY!! For more information or to sign up, please call: 609-683-7240. Visit us on our website at mercerfriends.com.

An extraordinary, inclusive film making experience taught by Hollywood professionals, celebrating and developing the talents and skills of all students (both with and without special needs for ages 9 to 23. For more information contact MarbleJam Kids - Phone: 201-497-6512 Fax: 201-263-9037 email: jtfilmcamp@marblejamkids.org Application available on website www.marblejamkids.org for download or will mail upon request.

LIMITED SPACE - ENROLL NOW! MarbleJam Kids is a 501c3 non-profit organization providing creative arts enrichment to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. MarbleJam Kids supplements costs of all programs through fundraising efforts. To make a donation or contribute to the Send a Kid to Camp Campaign, please visit our website or contact us directly. 

August 16 To August 27
Eden Outreach WAWA House Social Skills Camp
Offering a 2 week social skills camp at our outreach-WAWA House location for children with autism age 5-8. Social Skills Camp will be led by an experienced Eden Staff member, supported by a trained assistant and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.  Children will be exposed to small group instruction focusing on language and social behaviors.  All activities will be goal focused and data based with a student/teacher ratio of 2:1.
The Program will run Monday through Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm
ee:  $400 per week
For additional information please contact:  Diane Van Driesen
609-987-0099 or email diane.vandriesen@edenservices.org
Click here to download a flyer.

September 27, 2010
Premier of Decoding Autism, with Emmy Award-winning journalist Sara Lee Kessler, is an hour-long documentary that highlights the efforts underway both in New Jersey and in cities like New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Louisville and Sacramento, California. Scientists hope to gain insights that will lead to prevention, treatment and even a cure. Decoding Autism also gives viewers a first-hand look at the challenges families face to find help for their children. It is a race against time because it’s well documented that early intervention provides the best hope of lessening the severity of autism spectrum disorders.

Premieres Monday, September 27, 2010, at 9 pm (NJN1)
Rebroadcast on Sunday, October 3 at 4 pm (NJN1)
Watch Online: beginning September 27 at 9 pm
Click here for more information.